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Star Essentials

80% LVR with a super low rate

5.99

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Principal and interest

5.99

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Comparison rate

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    Star Essential is our “no frills” home loan to keep things simple and your costs low. You can also enjoy up to an 80% LVR which
    means you can borrow up to 80% of the property value and dream a bit bigger. Other benefits include unrestricted extra
    repayments, free redraws, multiple loan splits, and more.

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    Get access to a range of benefits

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    Super low rate
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    Weekly, fortnightly or monthly repayments
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    Free online redraws

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    Pay Anyone, BPay, and digital wallet payments
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    Unrestricted extra repayments

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    Multiple loan splits

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    Up to 80% LVR
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    Schedule recurring payments
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    *Refer to our fees table. Disbursement cost and Government charges still apply.

    Compare our home loans

    Home loan comparison table

    Product Name Star Gold Owner Occupied Star Essentials Owner Occupied Star Classic Owner
    Occupied Variable Rate
    Star Choice Owner Occupied Variable Rate Star Classic Owner Occupied Fixed Rate Star Classic Owner Occupied
    Construction
    Principal & Interest Principal & Interest Principal & Interest Interest Only Principal & Interest 1 Year P&I 2 Years P&I 3 Years P&I
    Rate (80% LVR)
    except Star Gold
    5.99%p.a. 5.99%p.a. 6.09%p.a. 6.49%p.a. 5.99%p.a. 6.95%p.a. 6.95%p.a. 6.95%p.a. 6.89%p.a.
    Comparison Rate 5.99%p.a. 5.99%p.a. 6.09%p.a. 6.49%p.a. 6.02%p.a. 6.21%p.a. 6.29%p.a. 6.36%p.a. 6.44%p.a.
    Variable  
    Term 30 Years 30 Years 30 Years 30 Years 30 Years 30 Years 30 Years 30 Years 30 Years
    Interest Only Period 5 Years 5 Years
    Maximum Loan Amount
    (Single Security)*
    $1,000,000 $2,000,000 $2,000,000 $2,000,000 $1,000,000 $2,000,000 $2,000,000 $2,000,000 $1,250,000
    Maximum
    Loan-to-Value Ratio
    70% 80% 90% 90% 90% 90% 90% 90% 80%
    Accepts Weekly/Fortnightly/
    Monthly Payments
    Monthly Only
    LMI Applicable Above 80% only Above 80% only Above 80% Only Above 80% Only Above 80% Only
    Available for:                  
    Home Purchase
    Home Refinance
    Construction
    Features:                  
    Internet Banking
    BPAY
    Debit Card Optional Extra
    Rate May Differ
    Free Loan Splits 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
    Redraw Max $20,000 p.a. Max $20,000 p.a. Max $20,000 p.a.
    Offset Account Optional Extra
    Rate May Differ
    Max $20,000 p.a. Max $20,000 p.a. Max $20,000 p.a.
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    *Loan borrowing amounts, Loan-to-Value Ratio and Rates are subject to terms, conditions, eligibility criteria and final credit assessment.

    Rates + fees

    Fees Star Gold Owner Occupied All Other Products
    (Variable Rate)
    Star Classic Fixed
    (
    1 - 3 years)
    Star Classic
    Owner Occupied
    Construction
    Principal & Interest Principal & Interest Principal & Interest
    Application Fee $0 $0 $0 Refer to the fees located on the Construction page
    Annual / Monthly Fee $0 $0 $0
    Valuation Fee (per property up to $1m) $0 $0 $0
    Legal Preparation Fee $0 $0 $0
    Fixed Rate Lock
    in Fee (optional)
    $0 $0 $4953,4
    Settlement Fees $0 $3953,4 $3953,4
    PEXA Fee $66.333,4 $66.333,4 $66.333,4
    Government Charges At Cost3,4 At Cost3,4 At Cost3,4
    Disbursements (including title search fees) $1503,4 $1503,4 $1503,4
    Discharge Fee $ 5955 $ 5955 $ 5955

    Home loan comparison table

    Product Name Star Classic
    Investment Variable Rate
    Star Classic
    Investment Fixed Rate
    Star Classic
    Owner Occupied
    Construction
    Principal & Interest Interest Only 1 Year
    Principal & Interest
    2 Year
    Principal & Interest
    3 Year
    Principal & Interest
    Rate (80% LVR) 6.39%p.a. 6.79%p.a. 7.35%p.a. 7.35%p.a. 7.35%p.a. 7.19%p.a.
    Comparison Rate 6.42%p.a. 6.82%p.a. 6.52%p.a. 6.61%p.a. 6.70%p.a. 6.63%p.a.
    Variable
    Term 30 Years 30 Years 30 Years 30 Years 30 Years 30 Years
    Interest Only Period 5 Years 5 Years
    Maximum Loan Amount
    (Single Security)*
    $2,000,000 $2,000,000 $2,000,000 $2,000,000 $2,000,000 $1,250,000
    Maximum Loan-to-Value Ratio 90% 90% 90% 90% 90% 80%
    Accepts Weekly/Fortnightly/Monthly Payments Monthly Only
    Available for:            
    Home Purchase
    Home Refinance
    Construction
    Features:            
    Internet Banking
    BPAY
    Debit Card
    Free Loan Splits 4 4 4 4 4 4
    Redraw Max $20,000 p.a. Max $20,000 p.a. Max $20,000 p.a.
    Offset Account Max $20,000 p.a. Max $20,000 p.a. Max $20,000 p.a.
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    *Loan borrowing amounts, Loan-to-Value Ratio and Rates are subject to terms, conditions, eligibility criteria and final credit assessment.

    Rates + fees

    Fees Star Classic
    Investment Variable Rate
    Star Classic
    Investment Fixed Rate
    Star Classic
    Owner Occupied
    Construction
    Principal & Interest Principal & Interest
    Application Fee $0 $0 Refer to the fees located on the Construction page
    Annual / Monthly Account Fee $0 $0
    Valuation Fee (the minimum cost will be covered, any additional expenses incurred due to travel or properties greater than $1m in value may incur a fee) $0 $0
    Legal Preparation Fee $0 $0
    Fixed Rate Lock in Fee (optional) $0 $4953,4
    Settlement fee $3953,4 $3953,4
    PEXA Fee $66.333,4 $66.333,4
    Government Charges At Cost3,4 At Cost3,4
    Disbursements (including title search fees) $1503,4 $1503,4
    Discharge Fee $ 5955 $ 5955

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    Homestar Finance has been providing Australians with competitive and customer-focused home loan solutions since 2004.

    Our dedicated team of loan specialists are there to support you through your home loan journey, and take the time to get to know you so we can offer our customers a personalised service – making it easy to find a home loan solution that suits you.

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    What do I need to know before applying?

    All you need to begin your application online are details of your income, current credit obligations (like personal loans and car loans), available credit limits (from credit cards, store cards and interest fee accounts) and the amount you are looking to borrow.

    Can I apply for a Homestar Finance home loan face-to-face with a lending specialist?

    In general, we do not offer face-to-face appointments because this would significantly add to the cost of providing you with your loan. We would need to pass this cost on to you in the form of higher interest rates or fees – which we really do not want to do! Our Lending Specialists use great loan processing technology so that we can do all the things that you would typically expect in a face-to-face loan application process by phone- and we can do it in a fraction of the time that a face-to- face meeting would take.

    What is Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI)?

    Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) is insurance that protects the lender in the event the borrower defaults and the security property is sold and the funds from the proceeds of the sale are not enough to discharge the loan. The LMI then pays the Lender the shortfall.  The rights to recover the shortfall from all of the parties on the loan (borrowers) are then transferred across to the LMI who will pursue the shortfall. The cost of LMI insurance is a one off payment at the start of the loan. It is usually added to the loan amount and should not be confused with Building Insurance or Income Protection Insurance

    What is a comparison rate?

    A comparison rate is a legislated calculation which gives consumers an idea of the actual cost of the loan, as it includes the interest rate and the standard fees applicable to that loan. It avoids consumers being misled by lenders advertising a lower interest rate, but charging high fees to compensate for the low rate.

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    1 Rates shown apply to new eligible Owner Occupied home loans only, up to 80% LVR, loan amounts up to $2,000,000 and at least one applicant is on PAYG employment. Rates are subject to change without notice. Existing borrowers may have different interest rates which are dependent on the rate offered to the borrower at the date when a home loan settled and any reductions or increases the lender decided to make on the existing loan over time. Accordingly, there is not one standard variable rate that applies to all Homestar Finance home loans and existing customers can confirm their current rate(s) by logging in to internet banking or by contacting customer service. Terms, conditions, and eligibility criteria apply.

    2 Comparison rates are based on a basic Homestar Finance loan, on a $150,000 loan amount over 25 years. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate.

    3Third party cost(s) incurred by service provider(s) are payable and may vary or increase depending on the service provider, nature of the service and request. Any additional cost(s) are passed on directly to the applicants(s). If there is a variation or an increase, a separate quote will be provided.

    4Disbursements payable.

    5Discharge fee is waived if loan reaches full term as per the loan agreement.

    Other fees and charges may apply.

    DISCLAIMER: Terms, conditions and eligibility criteria apply to all our loan products and features. Fees, charges and disbursements are payable. Final approval is subject to credit assessment. Information valid as at 21st April 2024 which is subject to change without notice. Please consider if the product is appropriate for your individual circumstances. If you need assistance or have any questions about a product or feature and its suitability, please contact our Loan Specialists.

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